Pentax WG-3 GPS vs Samsung ST150F

Following is a extensive review of the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Pentax and Samsung. The image resolution of the WG-3 GPS (16MP) and the ST150F (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 GPS was brought out 7 months after the ST150F so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the WG-3 GPS matches up versus the ST150F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 GPS Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Pentax WG-3 GPS has got external measurements of 125mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 238 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST150F has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Look at the Pentax WG-3 GPS and Samsung ST150F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the WG-3 GPS compared to the ST150F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the WG-3 GPS and ST150F is 90 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at technical specs. The picture here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the WG-3 GPS and ST150F.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels so you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The fresher WG-3 GPS should have an advantage in sensor technology.